Quiz: Take Some Basic Geography Trivia Questions!

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What do you know about geography? Geography is the research of the physical earth, which includes soil, oceans, glaciers, mountains, rivers, and atmosphere. Geography is defined in terms of the two branches. These include human geography and physical geography. Social geography deals with people, their communities, and their interactions. Physical geography encompasses the study of processes within the natural environment. Take this great quiz to see what you know about geography.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    What continent is Mr. Geo standing on?

    • A. 

      Asia

    • B. 

      Africa

    • C. 

      Europe

    Correct Answer
    B. Africa
    Explanation
    Mr. Geo is standing on the continent of Africa.

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  • 2. 

    Mexico is part of North America.

    • A. 

      True

    • B. 

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Mexico is part of North America because it is located on the southern portion of the continent. It shares a border with the United States, which is also part of North America. Geographically, Mexico is situated in the region known as Central America, which is a subregion of North America. Additionally, Mexico is included in various regional organizations and agreements that encompass North America, such as the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and the North American Leaders' Summit. Therefore, it is accurate to say that Mexico is part of North America.

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  • 3. 

    To get from the Atlantic to the Pacific through the Panama Canal, you travel West. 

    • A. 

      True

    • B. 

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    To get from the Atlantic to the Pacific through the Panama Canal, you travel west because the Panama Canal is located in the country of Panama, which is situated in Central America. The Atlantic Ocean is to the east of Panama, while the Pacific Ocean is to the west. Therefore, when traveling through the canal, you would be moving in a westerly direction.

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  • 4. 

    California, New Mexico. and Canada are all_____________

    • A. 

      States

    • B. 

      Countries

    • C. 

      In North America

    Correct Answer
    C. In North America
    Explanation
    California, New Mexico, and Canada are all located in North America. North America is a continent that comprises various countries and states, including the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Therefore, the given answer is correct as it accurately identifies the common geographical region where these places are situated.

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  • 5. 

    What line of latitude is at 0 degrees?

    • A. 

      Equator

    • B. 

      Prime Meridian

    • C. 

      Time Zones

    Correct Answer
    A. Equator
    Explanation
    The line of latitude at 0 degrees is the Equator. The Equator is an imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern Hemisphere and the Southern Hemisphere. It is located halfway between the North Pole and the South Pole and is the starting point for measuring latitude. The latitude at the Equator is 0 degrees, and it is the reference point for determining the angular distance of any location on Earth north or south of the Equator.

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